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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

LU04 MCWMOT history

LU04 MCW is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 40,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

LU04 MCW grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
40,439 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU04 MCW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU04 MCW was last recorded at 40,439 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Apr 2022: 28,805 miles, lower than 28,807 miles on 15 Apr 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
40,435 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,439 miles
  • 2025 – 37,059 miles
  • 2024 – 34,064 miles
  • 2023 – 30,771 miles
  • 2022 – 28,805 miles
  • 2021 – 25,984 miles
  • 2020 – 24,594 miles
  • 2019 – 20,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,439 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat tilt handle missingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel filter dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Belly pan loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 15 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,439 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    40,439 miles
    Test number
    679595285501
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat tilt handle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel filter damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail40,435 miles (+3,376)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,435 miles
    Test number
    514399463374
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat tilt handle missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel filter damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass37,059 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    37,059 miles
    Test number
    713525795006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside seat tilt handle missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filter

  4. Fail37,059 miles (+2,995)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,059 miles
    Test number
    195680619511
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside seat tilt handle missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filter

  5. Pass34,064 miles (+3,293)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    34,064 miles
    Test number
    425157158769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat tilt handle missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass30,771 miles (+1,966)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    30,771 miles
    Test number
    634826917424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass28,805 miles (-2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    28,805 miles
    Test number
    517469675028
    • AdvisoryBelly pan loose

  8. Fail28,807 miles (+2,823)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,807 miles
    Test number
    505790716778
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBelly pan loose

  9. Pass25,984 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    25,984 miles
    Test number
    941635810704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,594 miles (+4,545)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    24,594 miles
    Test number
    700162599823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    20,049 miles
    Test number
    203103067226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU04 MCW

Does LU04 MCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU04 MCW is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU04 MCW?
The MOT on LU04 MCW is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU04 MCW done?
LU04 MCW was recorded at 40,439 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 2,973 miles a year.
Has LU04 MCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU04 MCW has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LU04 MCW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LU04 MCW find?
LU04 MCW passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust system corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front seat tilt handle missing, and 3 more.

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